About Our Government

Early Government

The City of Boerne, incorporated in 1909, operated as a general law city with a city administrator until November 1995. Following a special election, the citizens voted to have Boerne become a home rule city with a council-manager plan of government.

The City Council acts primarily by the passage of local laws, or ordinances, which establish rules governing the actions of citizens and the work of city employees.

City Mission Statement

It is the mission of the City of Boerne, Texas, to prepare for and respond to the changing needs of the Boerne community with effective and fiscally responsible municipal services, while furthering our quality of life and preserving our historical and cultural heritage.